IGSTC Industrial Fellowship 2026 : Indo-German Science & Technology Centre
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Organisation : Indo-German Science & Technology Centre (IGSTC)
Fellowship Name : IGSTC Industrial Fellowship 2026
Applicable For : Young Researchers & PhDs
Amount of Fellowship : €1500 Per Month
Last Date : 31st March 2026
Website : https://www.igstc.org/home/industrial_current_fellowships
What is IGSTC Industrial Fellowship?
Indo-German Science & Technology Centre (IGSTC), a bilateral organization of the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India, and the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR), Government of Germany invites applications from Indian doctoral and post-doctoral researchers from Indian Universities/Institutes for availing Industrial Fellowships. Last date of application is 31st March 2026.
Eligibility of IGSTC Industrial Fellowship
Fellowships are offered at two levels:
PhD Industrial Exposure Fellowship (PIEF) :
Young researchers who have completed one year of PhD course in Science/Engineering from India and are below 28 yrs of age are eligible. The duration of the Fellowship is up to six months.
Post Doctoral Industrial Fellowship (PDIF) :
Fresh PhDs in Science/Engineering from Indian institutes/universities below 35 yrs of age and within 2 years of completion of PhDs are eligible. Talented researchers not holding a permanent position or having a career break satisfying above age and PhD criteria are also eligible. The duration of the Fellowship is up to twelve months.
Financial Support of IGSTC Industrial Fellowship
The financial support will be limited to:
** PhD Industrial Exposure Fellowship: € 1500 per month for actual duration in Germany
** Post Doctoral Industrial Fellowship: € 2500 per month for actual duration in Germany
** Single round trip economy class airfare including visa fees and travel insurance: up to € 1000.
** Health Insurance: As per actuals with a maximum limit of € 100/month
How To Apply For IGSTC Industrial Fellowship?
Applicants should identify the relevant industry/industrial research organisation in Germany, which matches their research area and make correspondence with them, expressing their interest and seeking openings/opportunities. Applicants have to obtain consent letters from the host industry in Germany including a brief of proposed direction and duration of work. Applicants should also submit a recommendation letter from their mentor in India and an NOC from Head of Institution, unless not employed in any position.
What is the Last Date of IGSTC Industrial Fellowship?
Last Date of IGSTC Industrial Fellowship is 31st March 2026.
Contact For queries:
Phone: +91-011-26543500
E-mail: industrial.fellowship [at] igstc.org
Mailing Address:
Indo-German Science & Technology Centre
Ground Floor, Block – II, Technology Bhavan,
New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi – 110016, India